Eric Min
About Eric Min
Eric Min is a Staff Attorney at the U.S. Committee for Refugees and Immigrants, specializing in legal services for refugees and immigrants. He has extensive experience in intellectual property law, having held various positions at PayPal and other technology companies.
Work at U.S. Committee for Refugees and Immigrants
Eric Min serves as a Staff Attorney at the U.S. Committee for Refugees and Immigrants (USCRI) since September 2023. In this role, he provides legal services to refugees and immigrants facing forced or voluntary migration. His work focuses on addressing the legal challenges these individuals encounter and ensuring they receive the necessary support and representation.
Professional Experience at PayPal
Eric Min held multiple positions at PayPal from 2015 to 2022. He began as Technology and Patent Counsel for nine months, then progressed to Director of Innovation and Patents for three years. Following this, he served as Senior Director and Associate General Counsel - Patent for another three years. His tenure at PayPal was marked by a focus on patent law and innovation strategies within the technology sector.
Education and Expertise
Eric Min has a strong educational background in engineering and law. He earned a Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering from the Massachusetts Institute of Technology, followed by a Master of Science in Mechanical Engineering from The University of Texas at Austin. He also obtained a Juris Doctor degree from The University of Texas School of Law. This combination of technical and legal education supports his expertise in intellectual property and patent law.
Previous Legal Roles
Before his current role at USCRI, Eric Min worked in various legal capacities. He was an Intellectual Property Counsel at Bazaarvoice from 2012 to 2014 and served as a Patent Attorney at Meyertons, Hood, Kivlin, Kowert & Goetzel, P.C. from 2009 to 2012. His experience also includes positions at Fulbright & Jaworski as an Intellectual Property Attorney and at eBay Inc. as Technology and Patent Counsel.
Engineering Career Background
Eric Min began his career as a Mechanical Engineer, working at Applied Materials from 1995 to 1998 and later at E-Systems from 1991 to 1993. He also held a position as a Design Engineer at Dell from 1998 to 2000 and worked as a Configuration Consultant at Trilogy from 2000 to 2003. This engineering background complements his legal expertise, particularly in technology and patents.